Bartronics India Appoints Dr Raja Krishna Murthy as Head of Agri Tech Business to Drive Project Avio Agritech!

Bartronics India Limited has appointed Dr Raja Krishna Murthy M as Head – Agri Tech Business, reinforcing its strategic push into agriculture and climate-focused initiatives. The appointment aligns with the company’s plans to expand Project Avio Agritech, an integrated platform designed to build scalable revenue streams across agricommerce, sustainable agriculture, digital advisory services and climate-linked solutions. Project Avio Agritech aims to leverage Bartronics’ nationwide rural presence to develop structured agricultural value chains and climate-aligned opportunities. With a rural service network connecting approximately 40 million farmers across 5,000 villages, the company intends to convert its extensive reach into measurable productivity gains,

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Commences Production at New Panapakkam Facility in Tamil Nadu!

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited, along with its subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover, has begun operations at its new greenfield manufacturing plant in Panapakkam, Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu. The first vehicle to roll off the production line is the locally manufactured Range Rover Evoque, marking the formal start of manufacturing activities at the facility. The plant was inaugurated by M. K. Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, in the presence of state ministers, senior government officials and leadership teams from the Tata Group and Jaguar Land Rover. The Panapakkam

Stallion India Fluorochemicals Signs MoU with Rajasthan Government for ₹200 Crore HFO Manufacturing Plant!

Stallion India Fluorochemicals Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Rajasthan to establish a Hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) manufacturing facility at Bhilwara (Hurda), Rajasthan. The proposed project is part of the company’s broader capacity expansion strategy and marks a significant step in strengthening its portfolio of next-generation refrigerant solutions. Under the agreement, SIFL plans to invest approximately ₹200 crore in the development of the HFO plant. Groundwork for the facility is expected to begin in 2027. The move reflects the company’s intention to scale up domestic production capabilities in advanced fluorochemicals while aligning with global trends toward

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Bulten Expands India Operations with Full Ownership and New Chennai Facility!

Bulten has signed a binding agreement with its joint venture partner to take full ownership of its operations in India, reinforcing the country’s growing importance in the company’s long-term strategy. The move follows a broader strategic assessment and reflects Bulten’s ambition to strengthen its operational footprint in carefully selected growth markets. As part of the transition, Bulten plans to relocate its Indian operations to Chennai, a major hub for consumer electronics and advanced manufacturing. The new facility will be established within an industrial park that is attracting leading global contract manufacturers. This location is expected to provide strategic proximity to

What’s happening in gear manufacturing right now?

Gear manufacturing is changing fast, and not just because of one technology. In this conversation, Managing Editor Randy Stott of Power Transmission Engineering Magazine, and Mary Ellen Doran of AGMA talk robotics, AI, additive, and why demand for complex gear drives is rising. Robots are getting smaller, mobile, and human-friendly – and that means many manufacturers aren’t ready for the gear systems they need. This video is about understanding what’s coming next, before it hits your shopfloor. Tune in to understand what these changes mean for gear and bearing manufacturers.